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Where to find the best hiking trails in Georgia

A turquoise-colored pool is a highlight of visiting Lula Lake.

Credit: From Lula Lake Land Trust's Facebook page

Credit: From Lula Lake Land Trust's Facebook page

A turquoise-colored pool is a highlight of visiting Lula Lake.
By Bria Felicien
Sept 19, 2019

With at least 45 state parks in Georgia, there are plenty of options to choose from when deciding where to hike. In this episode of accessAtlanta, freelance writer Nina Reeder discusses the many hiking trails across the state, from north to south Georgia to metro Atlanta. Reeder identifies the family-friendly trails, popular trails and strenuous trails as well as the magical ones. There’s even one that can lead you to the highest point in Georgia. As Reeder says, “There’s beauty out there, go find it.” This episode may help you find the best trail for you.

Plus, host Shane Harrison shares things to do in and around Atlanta over the next 10 days, including The Commodores at The Bowl at Sugar Hill and JapanFest at the Infinite Energy Center.

READ MORE: Things to do in and around Atlanta: Sept. 20-28

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Bria Felicien is a published author and staff writer at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. She produces podcasts for the AJC.

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